Can Vero downconvert UHD to HD?

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Odd question, but I’ve got several movies I love that have Atmos mixes, but ONLY on the 4K bluray releases. It’s going to be quite a while before I upgrade my projector. In the mean time, can Vero play those 4K files (say ripped to mkv) on an HD projector?

2

Yes – if you have a 1080p or 720p projector, Vero will output at that resolution.

Sam

3

Thanks Sam. Just to clarify, it will output that resolution even if the source file is 4K? I’d test it but I need to buy a new drive for the rips, which I’d rather wait on if Vero can’t downconvert them anyway.

4

If it’s a 4K file and you only have a 1080 TV, it will output at 1080. You may need to adjust contrast/brightness as there is no standard for HDR -> SDR conversion.

5

Correct.

If you play a 4K file and have a full hd tv (1080p); Vero will send a 1080p signal.

6

You can also rip the UHD, extract the Atmos track, then rip the BluRay and replace the main audio track with the Atmos track. Most UHD/BluRay combo packs have the movie made from same 4K master, so the audio track will sync up perfectly.

7

Brilliant, wouldn’t have tried that. Great to know Vero can downconvert regardless. Thanks guys!